Health & Wellness

Autism is Not a Tragedy. Disinformation is.

As a Direct Support Professional who provides career development instruction and social skills training to young adults with autism, I can state with conviction that...

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Stories From 20 Years of Coastal Kids Home Care Serving the Children of Monterey County

Every morning, five-year-old daphne wakes up surrounded by stuffed animals and the soft hum of the ventilator that helps her breathe. Thanks to her palliative...

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Allergies in Kids: An interview with Michael Mulligan, MD

Dr. Michael Mulligan graduated from the University of California San Diego Medical School and completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of California...

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The Dangers of Measles and the Importance of Vaccination for Monterey County Children

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection with severe health consequences, especially for young children. While it was once considered eradicated in the United States...

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Happy & Healthy at Camp

Preparing your camper for common health issues Summer camp is an exciting adventure for children, filled with outdoor fun, new friendships, and valuable learning experiences....

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Mental Health is a Family Affair

Helping our children develop coping skills teaches them to manage stress and anxiety in a healthy and productive way.

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Home & Garden

Small Steps, Big Impact: Teaching Kids to Care for the Earth

Earth Day is a poignant reminder to honor the environment that sustains us every day. “Caring about sustainability isn’t just good for the planet; it’s...

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Five Fall Comfort Foods

It’s here: a glorious season of some of my favorite foods! As a parent, I’ve never been hungrier, so lean into some delicious autumn eats...

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Growing, Preparing, Cooking, and Tasting With Kids

I started with sprout experiments and a vivid apple taste test comparing varieties in school (Golden Delicious was my favorite). I grew up to support...

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Kid-Friendly Summer Snack Ideas

Creating yummy and creative snack ideas for your kid to enjoy does not have to be difficult this summer. With hotter temperatures and constantly being...

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Yard to Table: Gardening With Children

Gardening with kids is a learning opportunity for the entire family. Here are some tips to get you started.

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Healthy, Delicious, and Abundant: It’s Time for Strawberries

It’s no surprise then that strawberries are readily available throughout Monterey County and Santa Cruz County. Whether you buy yours at a grocery store, farm stand, or pick your own, there are plenty of great reasons to enjoy LOTS of them!

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Local News

Discounts for Monterey Military Families

With a strong military presence on the Monterey Peninsula, many local businesses proudly support service members and their families. In return, military communities contribute to...

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Monterey Residents Invited to Join Inaugural First City Academy

Applications Now Open for Civic Engagement Program Starting August 28 The City of Monterey is launching its first-ever First City Academy, a new civic engagement program...

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Monterey County’s 4th of July Events

Here are the verified events for Monterey and Santa Cruz County 4th of July events for 2025. July 4 @ 7:30 am-10:30 am. Monterey Firefighter's...

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Tri-County Leaders Hold Press Conference in Support of Immigrant Communities

In a show of regional unity, elected officials, labor unions, health professionals, business leaders, educators, and community organizations from Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito...

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Where to Get Great BBQ in Monterey and Santa Cruz

If you’re craving slow-smoked meats, tangy sauces, and hearty sides, you’re in luck—Monterey and Santa Cruz counties offer a wide variety of BBQ joints, from...

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Summer 2025 Fun at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Summer is the perfect time to soak up the sun, enjoy classic seaside fun, and experience special events at the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk....

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Monterey Residents Invited to Join Inaugural First City Academy

Monterey and Santa Cruz Brunch Recommendations

The Superheroes of Motherhood

Allergies in Kids: An interview with Michael Mulligan, MD

Happy & Healthy at Camp

Dial A Story: New story released

Neighbors Night at Tipsy Putt

Free Boxes of Produce

Mastering Motor Milestones

Carmel Library Storytime

Music With Mary Lee

Magician Brian Scott at Marina Library

Storytime in Gonzales

Reading Buddies

After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library

Autism is Not a Tragedy. Disinformation is.

Stories From 20 Years of Coastal Kids Home Care Serving the Children of Monterey County

Allergies in Kids: An interview with Michael Mulligan, MD

The Dangers of Measles and the Importance of Vaccination for Monterey County Children

Happy & Healthy at Camp

Mental Health is a Family Affair

Small Steps, Big Impact: Teaching Kids to Care for the Earth

Five Fall Comfort Foods

Growing, Preparing, Cooking, and Tasting With Kids

Kid-Friendly Summer Snack Ideas

Yard to Table: Gardening With Children

Healthy, Delicious, and Abundant: It’s Time for Strawberries

Discounts for Monterey Military Families

Monterey Residents Invited to Join Inaugural First City Academy

Monterey County’s 4th of July Events

Tri-County Leaders Hold Press Conference in Support of Immigrant Communities

Where to Get Great BBQ in Monterey and Santa Cruz

Summer 2025 Fun at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Reflections from Dad 2.0

The Superheroes of Motherhood

Making Extended Family Vacations Work

The Joy of Watching Your Child Shine

Leading by Example: Showing Children the Power of Activism

Sun, Fun, and Leadership: Why being a Camp Counselor Is Perfect For Teens

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